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Wiley
I love it when someone gets my point like that one about systems
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beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Beachbelle
Yes, I hear you, I wanted to create my own system too, but now I'm taking that writing course so that I might make a buck with my own system. Nice post as usual my friend, and always an education for me, thank you luv.
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WileyJohn
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January 11, 2005
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Ciel
It is best not to worry too much. The most important part for me of the popularity thing is too have a following of real people who read.
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beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Mary x
Yes it is best if the two voices are heard at different times
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beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Qwertyui
lucky for the bard he set a standard.
posted by
beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Ginnieb
Thanks. Good luck the submissions. Tapsel-t, thanks
posted by
beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Talion
Making worthwhile comparisons here is meaningless
posted by
beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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Chris2303
Among the writers of your kind you are the most talented
posted by
beachbelle
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January 11, 2005
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beachbelle
You know, I'm the best writer on Blogit...I guess your post proves a point.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to take my head out of my arse.
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chris2303
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January 11, 2005
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Beach
mmmmmmmmmm, yes, that resonates within me. Of course! How could I have let that be buried?
posted by
Wildwoman_Laloba
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January 11, 2005
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thank you for sharing
posted by
_Symphony_
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January 11, 2005
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Yeah, but
sooner or later the bard was compared to all other writers, and lucky for him; he was fucking good.
posted by
qwertyui
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January 11, 2005
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Beachbelle,
It seems there are two separate processes going on in writing, the creative and the critical. Although it can be tough to turn off the critical voice, the brainstorming comes first. Besides, rankings are basically popularity contests, so it's not a valid comparison of style, etc.
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Blanche.
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January 11, 2005
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(oops...)
The ranking thing mystifies me a bit. It's nice to discover my blogs rising on the category page, because I figure that's a sign people are reading. I am amused to see a few more cents earned each day... . I write what impulse suggests, and share older pieces that have pleased me, and I watch for responses. And, of course I run around reading (more than I comment on), and try to support the writers I enjoy by reading them often. I start by visiting those who have commented on my work. Tempting as it is to think the rankings are important, and all, fame is a fleeting and fickle thing, so it's probably best not to pay too much attention to it.
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Ciel
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January 10, 2005
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A quick wave... Hello! I've just enjoyed several of your posts here...
The
posted by
Ciel
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January 10, 2005
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This is encouraging - thanks!
posted by
Celeste632
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January 10, 2005
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Excellent post....
..and as I fade quickly in the ratings I sometimes find myself getting a tad despondent here but it's query letter day tomorrow..I've just decided! :) Thanks for the push beach...even though you may not have noticed that your post was a push! :)
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ginnieb
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January 10, 2005
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beachbelle
We're going to be ranked in some form or fashion no matter who we are or what we do. There will always be a need to quickly determine who's "the best" and who's not. That's just the way it is. I try not to pay too much attention to such things, especially around these parts. I do the best that I can in all my endeavors, strive for improvement, but let others worry about where I stand. I already know.
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Talion
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January 10, 2005
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Excellent advice!
posted by
Ca88andra
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January 10, 2005
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Great post, Beachbelle. Very good quotes.
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TAPS.
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January 10, 2005
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posted by
WHAMENATOR
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January 10, 2005
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Thank you Whammie, she said surprise Nice to see a friendly face here today
posted by
beachbelle
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January 10, 2005
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beachbelle
I think this is an outstanding piece of work!
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WHAMENATOR
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January 10, 2005
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MerryAnne
There are bright spots here, a few such as yourself, but I often sense unfriendly undertones. I am not denying I give them off too as many of the arguments bore me, or are narrow-minded, or seem more about putting people down than improving anything.
Yes but like you there are things to pursue. I have sent some queries this week and while there's hope there is life
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beachbelle
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January 10, 2005
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Beach, regretfully I'm starting to think
that everyday is an unfriendly day on Blogit. :(
On the other hand I have just queried a national magazine for an article.... so I'm happy. Even if it doesn't pan out I've done something good for myself today. :)
posted by
MerryAnne
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January 10, 2005
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Merry. I'm glad someone did. It is one of those unfriendly days on Blogit.
posted by
beachbelle
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January 10, 2005
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Kingmi, I'll take that as a compliment.
posted by
beachbelle
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January 10, 2005
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Beachbelle, You are incomparable!
Could not agree more!
posted by
kingmi
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January 10, 2005
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I tend to completely forget comparisons when I'm writing, Beach.
Even on here.
posted by
KlaraRoberts
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January 10, 2005
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Thanks Beach,
I needed that! :)
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MerryAnne
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January 10, 2005
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